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Let Anchor be your partner in creativity and expression. The Anchor range covers a wide selection of different crochet and embroidery threads and kits.

Anchor is proud of its successful history and heritage. We have a simple philosophy. No matter what your skill level, Anchor threads and kits are designed to encourage self-expression and pleasure in the art of embroidery and crochet - right to the very last stitch.

We’re recognised throughout the world for our wide colour range and superb design – not to mention a commitment to the highest quality and constant innovation.

We believe that crafting should always be fun - and that’s reflected in every Anchor product.

Let Anchor be your partner in creativity and expression. The Anchor range covers a wide selection of different crochet and embroidery threads and kits.

Anchor is proud of its successful history and heritage. We have a simple philosophy. No matter what your skill level, Anchor threads and kits are designed to encourage self-expression and pleasure in the art of embroidery and crochet - right to the very last stitch.

We’re recognised throughout the world for our wide colour range and superb design – not to mention a commitment to the highest quality and constant innovation.

We believe that crafting should always be fun - and that’s reflected in every Anchor product.

The history of cotton threads has been written by Coats. Today Coats Cotton stands for the highest quality cotton sewing thread - the timeless and classic choice.

Coats Cotton is a natural sewing thread made of the highest quality 3 ply mercerised cotton which is lustrous, smooth and perfect for general hand and machine sewing with natural fabrics and in particular, for patchwork and quilting.

With an unparalleled colour range of over 400 fast dyed shades, Coats Cotton is also available in 4 different thicknesses to perfectly match different fabric densities.

Presented in a modern snap spool is available in small, medium and large make-ups to fit the needs of different project sizes. .

The unique Coats manufacturing technique gives the thread optimum strength, along with outstanding consistency and elasticity for an unrivalled sewing performance.

It’s available in two different tickets for general sewing and extra strong for decorative sewing. There’s also a dazzling palette of 400 fast dyed shades for effortless colour matching – making Coats Duet a sewer’s best friend.

Opti zip fasteners have been providing satisfaction, quality and inspiration for over 100 years.

Whether your creative sewing requires a traditional or a speciality zip, we have the style, length, colour and durable performance that will be perfect for your next project. For over a century, Opti zips have combined the latest fashions with innovative technology.

Opti zips are made to simplify your life. They can be used across our complete range of home crafts to make your garments or accessories more comfortable and contemporary, as well as home decorations safer.

Whatever your requirements, you can always be sure that the right colour, strength and design will be available.

Cisne yarns are available throughout Latin America and provide ideas and creative inspiration for fashion and the needs of everyday life.

The product range includes yarns for all lifestyles from classics to fancy, being mostly 100% acrylic or acrylic blended. The colors and textures reflect fashion trends and are suitable for every kind of knitting from clothes to home decoration.

Cisne yarns are bought by consumers from all ages and all incomes, from the young scarf knitter to the older knitter that prefers an elaborate garment. Whatever they require Cisne always has the right offer for their needs.

Whether your project is fine lace or high fashion, Aunt Lydia has the sizes, textures, and colours you want and the signature quality you need. Intricate patterns look their best when worked up in crochet threads from Aunt Lydia and threads are available across a wide range of weights ranging from Size 3 to 30.

While Size 10 works up beautifully to create elegant projects, both large and small. And our Size 5 crochet cotton works up quickly and easily, resulting in classic elegance that reflects Coats quality. Size 3 is the heaviest of our traditional crochet threads, and offers faster results, yet retains the crisp stitches desired in thread crochet projects.

FreeSpirit Lifestyle Fabrics speaks to a new generation; a generation who looks to the designer for inspiration and community. It speaks creativity and playful fun for fashions, home décor, quilting, crafting and more.

The SMC brand has long been known for its quality, family-friendly and value-priced yarns and pattern designs.

Since 1824, SMC has always offered a complete selection of quality well-priced yarns and inspirational designs for all the family. Its broad portfolio covers quality and good value classic and trend yarns, including felting. It offers designs for the whole family and quality inspirational designs for all skill levels.

Rowan is an internationally renowned design led luxury handknitting yarn company, whose reputation for inspirational and creative handknit design is unsurpassed, producing two pattern collections a year to support our portfolio of premium yarns.

Rowan is an ethically conscious brand, with an emphasis on creating luxury, premium yarns sourced from organic, natural fibres.

Established in 1978, the aim was to develop colourful weaving yarns. The focus quickly changed to handknit yarns, and the rest is history.

Our ethos has always been to inspire and teach people the joy of knitting – whether you’re a beginner or advance knitter, we offer an extensive Rowan workshop programme to suit you. Being a design-led handknit yarn company, we produce two seasonal collections a year, along with our acclaimed Rowan Magazine.